Opening roof lanterns in Bradford
Planning an extension in Bradford? An opening roof lantern is one of the quickest ways to bring daylight into the middle of the room. Use the configurator for a guide price, then send your kerb size for a fixed quote and delivery date.
Price an opening roof lantern for Bradford
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Opening roof lanterns for Bradford homes
Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 59.6° high over Bradford, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Electric vents at the room's highest point
- Switch or remote control
- Plan the power supply early
Delivery and fitting in Bradford
We confirm the delivery cost and date for BD1 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Bradford can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to BD1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Opening roof lantern prices for Bradford
Typical guide prices for opening roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £2,190–£2,490£1,825 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,690–£2,990£2,242 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 3.75 m² | £2,990–£3,390£2,492 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,890–£4,390£3,242 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour, including one electric vent. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Bradford
England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.
Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.
Building regulations in Bradford are checked by your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. Replacing a rooflight in an existing home is building work. Installers registered with a competent person scheme can self-certify; otherwise building control must be involved.
Sources: Approved Document L, GOV.UK · Planning Portal
Questions from Bradford
Can I have a manual opening vent?
Manual vents are rare on lanterns because they are out of reach. Electric operation is standard.
Can a vent be added later?
Usually not to an existing fixed lantern. Decide before ordering.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to Bradford?
Yes. Delivery to Bradford (BD1) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Bradford?
Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.